In this episode, we dive into the journey of Cristina Costa, founder of Cristina Costa Coaching. Starting with her unconventional path from marketing to teaching abroad, Cristina shares how her global experiences shaped her perspective on work and inclusion. Transitioning into technology, she noticed a lack of diversity and became determined to bridge the gap. A decade ago, Cristina co-founded an employee resource group (ERG) at HubSpot, advocating for underrepresented voices. Reflecting on her diverse roles in tech and her passion project, Women with Purpose, Cristina emphasizes the impo ..read more

In this episode of "Nine to Thrive HR," host Cindi Koetzle engages in an enlightening conversation with Alexis Normand, CEO and co-founder of Greenly, a tech company focused on simplifying carbon accounting for businesses. This episode serves as a valuable resource for HR professionals and business leaders looking to navigate the intersection of environmental sustainability and workforce engagement. Alexis discusses the importance of tracking and reducing carbon emissions, highlighting the role of employee awareness and activism in driving organizational change. He addresses the concept of "ec ..read more

In this episode host Cindi Koetzle dives deep into the intersection of AI, HR, and talent management with Aashir Shroff, Head of Product at Eightfold. Aashir shares insights into how AI is revolutionizing resource management and skill development within organizations. He discusses how Eightfold's AI-powered platform helps organizations optimize resource allocation, retain talent, and foster employee growth. We explore challenges organizations face in balancing resource allocation and employee development and how AI can help overcome these challenges. They also touch on the importance of transp ..read more

In this episode of "Nine to Thrive HR," host Cindi Koetzle speaks with Celia Fleischaker, Chief Marketing Officer at isolved, to explore the crucial role of employee experience and expectations in today’s business and HR landscapes. Celia shares her journey in tech marketing and her transition to isolved, highlighting the importance of aligning employee experiences with business strategy for growth and productivity. They discuss the impact of technology, especially AI and marketing technologies, in reshaping HR practices to meet the evolving demands of the workforce. The conversation also touc ..read more

In this episode of "Nine to Thrive HR," host Cindi Koetzle talks with Dave Barnett, Chief HR and University Relations Officer at DeVry University, framing the conversation around Devry’s 2023 Talent Outlook Study. Barnett shares his journey from a pre-med major to a career in HR, emphasizing the importance of developing others and balancing operational and people leadership. Offering insights for HR professionals and business leaders, key topics include the underutilization of professional development benefits, the significance of mental health in the workplace and access/awareness of both. Th ..read more

Cindi welcomes Amrita Subramanian, a former Fortune 500 VP with decades devoted to helping organizations thrive amid crisis. Amrita shares her personal journey from a convent upbringing with selective mutism to becoming a professor teaching post-crisis leadership. Our discussion delves into Amrita's recent study exploring the profound insights of pain leading to growth, trauma, and the language of renewal. We explore the ideal role of organizations in creating space for self-expression and authenticity as a response to post-traumatic growth. Amrita’s global study represented 13 countries, 30 h ..read more

Join host Cindi Koetzle in an insightful episode of 'Nine to Thrive HR' as she engages Pragya Gupta, Chief Product Officer at isolved, in a discussion about the future of HR tech in 2024. We chat about the personalization driven by AI, explore how technology can empower HR practitioners, dispel fears and offering practical strategies to leverage HR tech for strategic growth. This conversation provides a glimpse into the transformative potential of HR tech in the coming year ..read more

In this episode, Cindi welcomes Megan Coen, VP of HR services at isolved, to explore the evolving landscape of HR augmentation and outsourcing. Megan brings over 17 years of HR expertise, discussing the shift towards augmentation, its impact on employee experience, and its role in enhancing organizational maturity. They navigate the complexities of compliance, the strategic value of outsourcing, and the critical tasks—ranging from compliance management to leave administration and strategic thought partnership—where outsourcing HR can offer significant support. Tune in for a comprehensive discu ..read more

In this podcast episode, host Cindi Koetzle interviews Jason Cerrato, VP of Market strategy at Eightfold, about skills-based talent planning. This approach differs from traditional planning through its expansion into skills intelligence and its focus on work planned for the future. Jason explains benefits of skills-based planning including improved visibility into workforce skills, expanded candidate consideration, and support for diversity goals. Adopting skills-based planning will be eased with technology, AI and strategic workforce discussions. We further discuss challenges of adoption, ski ..read more

Geoff Webb joins Nine To Thrive to discuss AI as a tool to work in collaboration with human capabilities rather than replacing them. The discussion ranges from leveraging AI to personalizing employee experiences, and correlating efficacy with data input. Despite initial job displacement fears, a survey reveals growing openness among employees toward AI's beneficial impact. Looking forward, the conversation predicts future HR themes around AI, urging discussions on policies and ethics. The discussion advocates for a proactive, gradual adoption approach, encouraging readiness for AI's transforma ..read more